Djokovic and Keys Highlight Opening Matches at Mutua Madrid Open

Madrid, Spain — The 2025 Mutua Madrid Open, a major clay-court ATP Masters 1000 event, began Saturday with notable matchups as world-class players commenced their campaigns at Manolo Santana Stadium.

Three-time champion Novak Djokovic faced off against his opponent in their first meeting. Djokovic, who has a strong track record, is looking to assert his dominance once more on the clay courts of Madrid. Meanwhile, in the evening session, NextGenATP star Beatriz Haddad Maia is set to compete against fellow top seed Madison Keys.

In addition to Djokovic’s match, No. 7 seed Mirra Andreeva clashed with No. 27 seed Magdalena Frech in Round 3. Andreeva, who recently dispatched Marie Bouzkova 6-3, 6-4, faced a more challenging opponent in Frech, who triumphed over Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in a three-set battle.

The matches today highlight a packed field, featuring several top players. Alongside Djokovic, the likes of world No. 5 Keys and world No. 2 Iga Swiatek are also set to play, promising an exciting day for tennis fans. In total, over 29 of the top 30 players are competing at this premier event.

Keys, who recently won the Australian Open and has a clay record of 13-4 over the past year, aims to build on her success, while Frech hopes to make an impression after her recent victory.

As Djokovic and Keys take center stage, fans eagerly anticipate how these matches will unfold and who will advance in this prestigious tournament.